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Reverse dorsal metacarpal osteocutaneous flap

A Santa-Comba1, J Amarante, A Silva

  • 1Plastic Surgery Department, Hospital S. João, Medical School, Oporto, Portugal.

British Journal of Plastic Surgery
|January 10, 1998
PubMed
Summary

This study details a reverse dorsal metacarpal osteocutaneous flap for hand bone reconstruction. This vascularized bone transfer technique offers a viable option for finger defects.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Microsurgery
  • Hand Surgery

Background:

  • Reconstructing small bone defects in the hand and fingers often requires specialized techniques.
  • Vascularized bone transfer provides a reliable method for restoring bone integrity and function.

Observation:

  • The study describes the dissection and application of a reverse dorsal metacarpal osteocutaneous flap.
  • This flap was used to reconstruct the proximal phalanx of a fifth finger.

Findings:

  • Bone vascularization was confirmed via bone scan 48 hours postoperatively and bone healing at 4 weeks.
  • The flap is a compound flap, easily dissected under tourniquet, suitable for emergency situations, and avoids ligating major vascular axes.

Implications:

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  • This technique offers a valuable reconstructive option for hand and finger bone defects.
  • Preoperative assessment of the fourth dorsal metacarpal artery's patency is crucial for successful flap elevation.